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President Roosevelt speaks about "The Tariff" in Minneapolis, Minnesota. He discusses the recently ratified treaty with Cuba and its benefits. He also discusses the tariff in relation to the products of the Philippines and the general prosperity of the U.S.

President Roosevelt remarks on the unification of the northern and southern states after the Civil War. He discusses several ex-Confederate officers who have been named to important positions in the federal government. He also discusses the importance of international relations with Puerto Rico a...

Theodore Roosevelt describes how the United States has always looked with particular interest at the isthmus connecting North and South America. He also describes the conflict that occurred in Cuba and the Philippines. The role of the military was gradually replaced by civil authorities.

Draft of a speech with handwritten corrections. Vice President Roosevelt advocates for a vigorous policy at home and abroad of seeking justice and battling "barbarism" exemplified by the proverb, "Speak softly and carry a big stick--you will go far."

Whitelaw Reid addresses the Republican Club about the responsibility of governing island nations such as Cuba and the Philippines. He argues that once the United States takes military action they have a duty to protect the new territories.

Secretary of War Elihu Root would like a meeting with President Roosevelt, Secretary of State John Hay, and Attorney General Philander Knox before they begin communicating with Cuban President Tomas Estrada Palma.

Illustration shows a ship at a loading dock in Cuba or South America where they are shipping their revolutions, with scenery, military equipment, and personnel, to Coney Island. There is organization and composure in the boarding of the ship as revolutionaries and soldiers await their turns.